Vibrant and inclusive Lisbon is set to take centre stage next month as it welcomes EuroPride 2025 as a first time host, a landmark international event celebrating LGBTQIA+ rights, diversity and equality. From 14 to 22 June, the nine-day celebration will transform the destination into a beacon of love, freedom and unity.

Visit Algarve is inviting travellers to slow down and experience a different side of southern Portugal. Far from their golden beaches and golf resorts, the Algarve’s lesser-known areas are emerging as havens for slow travel, where connecting with nature and local culture takes priority. From cycling quiet coastal roads and birdwatching in pristine wetlands to unwinding at rural retreats, the region is highlighting immersive, sustainable experiences that reveal its natural beauty and authentic way of life.

Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, invites guests to renew and recharge with its ‘Fitness and Wellness Fusion’ Retreat from 6th – 11th June 2025. This curated programme is perfect for those seeking to enhance their fitness and enjoy a little pampering and relaxation. The 6-day retreat is designed to boost physical strength and mental clarity, providing an inspiring escape within breathtaking surroundings. Daily workouts, held in welcoming and supportive environments will be held in a variety of locations around the resort, from the beach and cliff tops to fully equipped gym and studio spaces.

In the Ribatejo region of Portugal steeped in history and only an hour from Lisbon airport, Quinta Carvalhas is a luxury farm stay and retreat centre offering state-of-the-art yoga studios and meditation spaces, farm-to-table nourishing food and transformative retreats including their specialism in equine therapy. Michelle Thomas, the visionary behind Quinta Carvalhas has created a sanctuary that blends modern luxury with a unique experience for body, mind and soul in beautiful surroundings.

Lisbon will host EuroPride in June 2025, a historic moment for the city and the LGBTIQ+ community. Each year, a different European city is chosen to host EuroPride and this will be the first time the event is held in Portugal. It promises to be a momentous occasion, celebrating diversity, inclusion and the vibrant spirit of the LGBTIQ+ movement. Activities and events will include the big EuroPride parade, debates, seminars and workshops, stage shows and parties

Having just hosted the 2024 edition of the International Golf Travel Market, Lisbon reinforced its reputation as a well-loved choice for golfers worldwide. With an average of 290 days of sunshine a year and warm weather year-round, Lisbon is a popular choice for golfers looking to tee off under the sun, especially as winter temperatures approach the UK. Here Visit Lisboa highlights what makes the city so unique for those looking to plan their next golfing break.